If you’re registering for WAEC (WASSCE), the most important step is choosing subjects that match your school requirements and your intended course/career (e.g., Medicine, Engineering, Law, Accounting). This guide lists common WAEC subjects and shows typical combinations for Science, Art, and Commercial students.
Note: WAEC subject availability can differ by country (Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, Liberia, The Gambia) and by school/centre. Always confirm with your school and the official WAEC syllabus for your year.
Core WAEC Subjects (Often Compulsory)
These are the most commonly required subjects across WAEC centres:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Civic Education (commonly in Nigeria)
- Social Studies (commonly in Ghana)
In many schools, you’ll register 8 or 9 subjects total (varies by policy and programme).
Full List of Common WAEC Subjects
Those are the Category of Full List WAEC Subjects
- WAEC Subjects for Science
- WAEC Subjects for Engineering
- WAEC Subjects for Commercial / Business Subjects
- WAEC Subjects for Arts / Humanities Subjects
- WAEC Subjects for Technical / Vocational
Nigeria and Ghana WAEC
There are difference between Nigeria and Ghana WAEC which is subject Pattern as
WAEC Subjects in Nigeria
Most Nigerian candidates register:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Civic Education
Plus department-based subjects (Science/Art/Commercial).
WAEC Subjects in Ghana
Many Ghanaian candidates commonly see:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Social Studies
And often Integrated Science as a core subject in the Ghana system (confirm for your specific programme/school).
